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Mistrial
Legal services; General law
A trial made void because of a mistake made or inconclusive outcome
Witness stand
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The place in the court room for the witness to sit when being questioned
Plea
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Defendant’s “guilty,” “not guilty” or other answer to a criminal charge
Work furlough
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Leave of absence from one’s job, esp. for military reasons or jury duty
Plea bargain
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Agreement between the prosecution and defence to lower the punishment in exchange for something else, usually for a guilty plea
Bail
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Money or property given as security for the release of a defendant awaiting trial
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